Needs Improvement
#3561 of 3,778 schools in FL
Spook Hill Elementary School
Elementary School · POLK
321 DR JA WILTSHIRE AVE E, Lake Wales, FL 33853
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
547
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,561 of 3,778
In Lake Wales
#10 of 10
public schools
In district
#135 of 155
POLK
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Spook Hill Elementary School
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About Spook Hill Elementary School
Spook Hill Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Wales, FL, part of POLK. Spook Hill Elementary School serves approximately 547 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Spook Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,561 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Spook Hill Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Spook Hill Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Spook Hill Elementary School — Students at Spook Hill Elementary School score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.9/10.
How Spook Hill Elementary School Compares
See how Spook Hill Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
321 DR JA WILTSHIRE AVE E, Lake Wales, FL 33853
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spook Hill Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. DUNDEE ELEMENTARY ACADEMY (rated 9.0/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Dundee), which scores notably higher. Another option is HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHAIN OF LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Winter Haven), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lake Wales, see our Lake Wales schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VICTORY RIDGE ACADEMY Lake Wales | 0.3 mi | 4.8 |
| EDWARD W BOK ACADEMY NORTH Lake Wales | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| CANDLELIGHT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lake Wales | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| LAKE WALES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lake Wales | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| ROOSEVELT ACADEMY Lake Wales | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| JANIE HOWARD WILSON SCHOOL Lake Wales | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| ENDTIME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Lake Wales | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| POLK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Wales | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| CANAAN ACADEMY Lake Wales | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| HILLCREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake Wales | 1.5 mi | 8.6 |
| MCLAUGHLIN ACADEMY OF EXCELLENCE Lake Wales | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| THE VANGUARD SCHOOL Lake Wales | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| BOK ACADEMY Lake Wales | 6.0 mi | 5.1 |
| DALE R FAIR BABSON PARK ELEMENTARY Babson Park | 6.4 mi | 7.8 |
| CHAIN OF LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Haven | 6.5 mi | 8.1 |
| DUNDEE RIDGE MIDDLE ACADEMY Dundee | 7.3 mi | 7.8 |
| GARDEN GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Winter Haven | 7.3 mi | 5.6 |
| DON E WOODS OPPORTUNITY CENTER Dundee | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY ACADEMY Dundee | 8.3 mi | 9.0 |
| SANDHILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Haines City | 9.2 mi | 3.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33853 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,938
Median Home Value
$198,100
Median Rent
$965/mo
Population
12,385
College Educated
18.7%
Homeownership
55.8%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spook Hill Elementary School
What grades does Spook Hill Elementary School serve?
Spook Hill Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Spook Hill Elementary School?
Spook Hill Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 547 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spook Hill Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Spook Hill Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spook Hill Elementary School rank in FL?
Spook Hill Elementary School ranks #3,561 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Spook Hill Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Spook Hill Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Spook Hill Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spook Hill Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Spook Hill Elementary School a charter school?
No, Spook Hill Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spook Hill Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Spook Hill Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spook Hill Elementary School?
83.4% of students at Spook Hill Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 547
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Polk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.9%
- Phone
- (863) 678-4262
Resources & Links
District
POLK- District Enrollment
- 111,041
- Schools in District
- 167
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,242
- District Rank
- #135 of 155
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